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Lil Baby recently opened up about losing almost $9 million in less than two days because of his gambling problem. He shared the story on Lil Yachty’s A Safe Place Podcast, saying he got caught up in gambling for 40 straight hours. He kept playing, hoping to win big, but ended up losing millions. Realizing he was spiraling, Lil Baby called up his homie Mike Rubin and told him to help. He asked Rubin to contact every casino and have him banned from gambling spots so he couldn’t go back and make the same mistakes. Lil Baby was being real about how easy it is to get addicted to gambling, even when you’ve got money.
By telling this story, Lil Baby wants to show others how serious gambling can be, even for someone like him. He hopes his experience can help others stay away from that trap and learn from his mistakes.
Lil Baby just announced his next album, WHAM (Who Hard As Me), dropping on January 3, 2025. The album’s gonna be crazy, with features from Young Thug, Future, Rod Wave, and GloRilla. Fans are already hyped about the star power and the fire tracks Lil Baby’s about to drop. WHAM is set to show the world why he’s still at the top of the rap game. Expect bangers, hard bars, and a whole lot of heat when it drops. Get ready for a long-awaited project by one of the hardest in the game.
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Bun B and Raekwon sit down on Hip-Hop Wired’s latest episode of ‘I Got Questions‘. During this iconic conversation, the two legends spoke about all the history that has brought them to the level they stand now. Bun B breaks down the making of ‘Big Pimpin,’ sharing how Pimp C almost passed on it and how it ended up shaping hip-hop. Raekwon dives deep into his fashion influence in Hip-Hop and how they made it cool to rock Polo.
One part of the conversation got heavy when the Texas legend, Bun B opens up about dealing with the loss of his friend, Pimp C. During his grieving, rap legend, RZA reach out to him saying, “I just wanted to call you to offer my condolences and just talk with you because you know we recently went through something like that and we just talked about grief and lost my first conversation ever with this brother was about.
Bun also added how it gave him the strength to keep going during a tough period of his life, “It (RZA) was such a blessing it was words like that from him that really gave me strength at the moment to know like okay well maybe not to date but eventually I’m gonna find a way to deal with this and move forward but still honor him.”
Check out the full conversation between Bun B & Raekwon below:
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Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was revealed to have not disclosed a pair of trips paid for by a billionaire patron, according to a new report released over the weekend. Democrats in the Senate released their findings after a 20-month probe of ethical practices of the highest court in the land.
The New York Times examined the 93-page report from the Senate Judiciary Committee’s Democratic Party members which was supported with around 800 pages of additional documents. Among the committee’s findings were two previously undisclosed trips in 2021 taken by Justice Clarence Thomas and provided by real estate mogul, Harlan Crow of Texas.
One trip shows Thomas flying from Nebraska to Saranac, N.Y. in July 2021 on a private chartered flight to visit Crow’s retreat in the upstate region for five days. The other undisclosed trip took place the same year in October when Crow invited Thomas to his yacht for an overnight trip after flying the justice from Washington to New Jersey.
The committee’s report and its findings come after Thomas had previously refiled some of his past financial forms, with the additional details coming forth after the committee threatened to present Crow with a subpoena.
A spokesperson for Crow shared a statement saying that Crow handed over the information about the trips without resistance and called the inquiry into his dealings with Thomas “political, partisan, and unconstitutional from the start.”
Justice Samuel Alito Jr. also didn’t disclose a 2008 trip to Alaska via private jet that was paid for by a billionaire hedge fund manager. Alito said that according to the rules at the time, he was not obligated to share details of that trip.
The outlet rightly notes that the Supreme Court has operated for much of its existence without an ethics code in place, an approach that does not extend to the lower courts.
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Gaboro, a Swedish rapper known for appearing masked at all times, was shot and killed last week in a parking garage located near the city of Stockholm. A video was shortly released with reports suggesting it may depict the final moments of Gaboro’s life although the authorities have yet to confirm it.
In a report from the BBC, Gaboro, real name Ninos Khouri, was found dead in the city of Norrköping on Thursday (Dec. 19) according to local outlets. From what we gathered from the report, it appears that Khouri was found suffering from gunshot wounds and died later at a nearby hospital due to his injuries.
Some outlets have shared reported footage of the shooting, which features an over-the-shoulder vantage point although the validity of the footage is still under question. The video takes place inside a multilevel parking structure and shows the gunman running down another individual assumed to be Gaboro. According to Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet, police say that the video is part of their ongoing investigation.
Khouri first hit it big when in 2022, his song “Browski” went viral and became a known commodity on TikTok and other social media spaces. On Spotify, Khouri earned millions of streams and had well over 300,000 monthly listeners on Spotify. His 2024 single “Harki” amassed over 11 million views on the streaming site.
Online, tributes for Gaboro have cropped up, most especially from fellow Swedish artists and others from the music scene, such as DJ Alan Max and fellow rapper Imenella.
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DDG is no stranger to flexing and finessing. Even in his latest single ‘Handinlg Bissiness’ he said, “IRS audit, I show them watsup, ain’t nothin’ funny bout none of my bucks’. The YouTuber turned-rapper is showing us his lyrics in real life by recently going viral for gifting his one-year-old something crazy. Think about it this way, any normal baby is getting diapers, maybe some money from auntie, & some socks. Halo went big on BIG for his first birthday as his pops, DDG got him a Ferrari.
DDG & Halle Bailey get the “W Parents” award after this one. DDG, a rapper and YouTube star, and Halle, the actress and singer who starred in The Little Mermaid, were dating for about two years. They often posted cute moments on social media and became the internet’s favorite couple. Both are doing big things in the music and movie world, and once they called it quits earlier this year (2024) fans were upset.
DDG dropped a new single called ‘Handling Business’, and it’s already catching attention online. He didn’t stop there—he also released a Handling Business EP with four tracks, including his viral TikTok banger “What U Bad For” featuring Boston Richey. That song blew up online, with everyone vibing to it. The EP shows off DDG’s ability to be known as one thing and transition to another career successfully. This EP is just another way DDG has showcased himself leveling up as an artist. With these drops, DDG is making sure everyone knows he’s a force to be reckoned with in the rap game and still giving his YouTube audience some content.
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Megan Thee Stallion has always been a trendsetter, so it’s no surprise that her latest courtside look—and Saint Laurent accessory—has everyone talking.
The Hot Girl Coach turned heads this weekend while stopping by the December 21 Boston Celtics vs. Chicago Bulls NBA game at the United Center. She made jaws drop with her standout style, carrying a ridiculously oversized YSL Niki bag.
For all the purse-a-holics, this accessory is a dream.
Megan Thee Stallion Is Ushering Loud Luxury Into 2025 With Saint Laurent
The cream-colored bag is as chic as it is practical, featuring a soft shearling fur fabric perfect for the colder months. Priced at $7,200, it’s the epitome of loud luxury with its spacious two compartments, bronze-toned chain shoulder straps, and unapologetically bold YSL logo.
Bold and bad, Meg is the perfect person to rock this larger-than-life purse. We’re obsessed.
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Megan complimented her bag with an equally stunning fit. Courtside cute, the “Hiss” rapper donnd a fitted white crop top and cream-and-brown jeans that showcased her flat abs and itty-bitty waist. She rounded out the look with butter-colored Timberland boots, a fluffy fur jacket, a camel-toned New Era New York fitted, and gold jewelry.
See more pics of Meg’s courtside slay below.
Fans were quick to jump into the Houston hottie’s Instagram comments with love. “Yeeeessss love the look!!!” one person wrote, while another gushed, “There isn’t a look you can’t pull off .”
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The Only Thing Bigger Than Meg’s Confidence Is Her Larger-Than-Life Saint Laurent Bag
Megan’s courtside appearance comes just days after news broke that she filed a restraining order against Tory Lanez. According to reports, Megan alleges ongoing harassment via social media and third parties.
But whether she’s on stage, in the headlines, or courtside at a game, Megan Thee Stallion knows how to command attention and make a statement. The True Religion ambassador continues to exude confidence and resilience.
With this look, Meg’s proving that she remains that girl and unbothered by the noise around her. The only thing possibly bigger than her confidence?
Her fabulous new YSL bag.
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Fat Joe’s New Year’s resolution is likely for a better year in Hip-Hop for 2025. The NY legend recently gave his take on the current state of Hip-Hop in 2024. Expressing his frustration on the quality of music that has come out this year. Joey Crack crowns 2024 Hip-Hop as one of the worst years in history, “I woke up in 2024 feeling like [God dammit!] It’s been a horrible year,” on a podcast interview. He also shared his thoughts on Remy Ma and Papoose’s mess. “I was just having a heated discussion with my people [about this]. This might be the worst year ever in Hip Hop history type sh*t. This sh*t bad.”
The “Lean Back” rapper also added the state of being a celebrity in 2025, “All our legends, all our mentors getting scrutinized. This is the worst time to be a celebrity in the history of mankind. I’m not sure you guys wanna be celebrities,” he added. “Like I got friends who are filthy rich that wanna be popping and wanna be a celebrity. I don’t think they want everybody in they sh*t like that. This sh*t crazy out here. This is nuts. The f**king world done changed on me. It’s f**king nuts out here. You can’t make it up!”
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Saafir passed away on November 19th, 2024. The Oakland rapper was one 54 years old. Recently, the cause of death has been confirmed. According to his death certificate, he died from septic shock and enterocolitis, which is inflammation of the intestines. Another factor listed was infected bedsores, also known as sacral decubitus, which happens when pressure on the skin causes serious wounds.
Saafir was well-known in the hip-hop scene, especially for being part of the Golden State Project with Xzibit and Ras Kass. He also worked with the group Digital Underground and released several solo albums during his career. A representative for Saafir hasn’t commented on the news yet. Xzibit, one of Saafir’s old groupmates, announced his death on Instagram and expressed his sadness. “I can’t believe I’m writing this right now, but don’t know what else to do at the moment,” he wrote in an Instagram post. “Approximately at 8:45 am this morning, my brother Reggie known to the world as Saafir passed away. We have so much history I can’t even explain what I’m feeling right now.”
Gibson was hurt in a plane crash back in 1992, which started a lot of ongoing back problems that he mostly kept private, according to the Los Angeles Times. He had a spinal tumor taken out in 2005 and spent most of the last 10 years using a wheelchair.
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Wham ain’t goin’ for the foolery. Lil Baby in a recent interview on Lil Yatchy’s newly revived podcast spoke controversy around his name. The ATL rapper has made a genuine friendship with entrepreneur, Michael Rubin, however, trolls have attempted to make a certain moment looked very odd. Earlier this year, Rubin had his annual White Out party where every celebrity was in attendance. During the party, the Philly native got excited when he saw Baby and gave him a behind-the-back hug. The on-site photographers captured the moment, and once the picture got out, it went viral. Wham talks about how that misconstrued moment bothered him, “I understand like even when the picture came out before it went viral, I told them I’m like, Mike, I can’t have pictures like that even though man you playing. There’s nothing weird we could be doing in a party with all these people. But I know how small people’s brains are and then I already know, how much of people want to say something bad to me, bro”
Baby also recalls making Michael Rubin confiscate the photo once it was taken, “I literally, when that picture came out, I literally made Mike Rubin go to his security camera in his house, go to the footage and get the whole tape, but I just never, like, I ain’t even gonna post that sh*t on the internet. I’m just like that sh*t, you feel me?”
Watch the full interview here:
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Rapper GloRilla made a huge impact on her old high school, Melrose High School, by giving back in a big way. The Memphis-born artist recently returned to her alma mater and surprised students and staff with a generous donation of $25,000. GloRilla’s visit wasn’t just about handing over a check—it was a way to inspire and show love to the school that helped shape her.
Growing up in Memphis, GloRilla has always stayed connected to her roots. She took to social media to share the moment, telling her fans how important it was to give back to the place where it all began for her. The money will likely be used to support various school programs and help students who are working hard to chase their dreams, just like GloRilla did.
The rapper’s gesture is a reminder that no matter how far you go, it’s important to remember where you come from and support the next generation. GloRilla’s donation wasn’t just about the cash—it was about showing that success can be shared and that dreams are possible with hard work and dedication. Melrose High School and its students now have even more motivation to keep pushing for greatness.
In 2024, GloRilla dropped her debut studio album, GLORIOUS, and it’s already making waves. After blowing up with hits like “F.N.F.” and “Tomorrow 2,” the album shows off her unique style and storytelling. Fans love how the project sounds, giving them a glimpse into her journey from Memphis to fame. GLORIOUS is packed with tracks that reflect her hustle, struggles, and successes. With this album, GloRilla’s proving she’s not just a one-hit wonder—she’s here to stay and show the world what she’s really about.